Category Archives: Blog for Iowa

Stand With Tom And J.D!

Posted on August 17, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Campaign alert for Tom Miller from J. D. Scholten. And while you’re at it support JD for Iowa House District 1. Visit his campaign website and make a donation here. Many folks know me as the baseball player who took … Continue reading →

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How The Inflation Reduction Act Will Benefit Rural America

Posted on August 16, 2022 by Trish Nelson

From our inbox received from the White House Office of Public Engagement on Friday August 12 – Check below for links to briefings/webinars this week including today, Tuesday at 2:30 central. Find out how the Inflation Reduction Act will tackle … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog for Iowa | Tagged cutting prescription drug costs, Inflation Reduction Act, Office of Public Engagement, President Biden legislative achievements, White House briefing | Comments Off

Can Democracy Survive With Fake News?

Posted on August 15, 2022 by Trish Nelson

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Support Rob Sand For State Auditor

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Elections have consequences. Please support Rob Sand to continue his great work as Iowa’s watchdog. Check out his website to make a donation or sign up to volunteer. Follow Rob on Facebook and Twitter

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Will Abortion Issue Drive Turnout In Iowa?

Posted on August 11, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Laura Belin, editor of bleedingheartland.com provides her analysis on Podcast by George. Check out the podcast here: podcastbygeorge.com

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Admiral Mike Franken Earns Key Endorsement

Posted on August 10, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Support Admiral Michael Franken to defeat Chuck Grassley. Check out his campaign website https://frankenforiowa.com/. You can also follow his campaign on Facebook and Twitter One of the most learned individuals we know, Nicholas Johnson, endorsed Mike Franken calling him one … Continue reading →

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How ‘Bout Those Oil Company Profits!

Posted on August 9, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Letters to the editor are a powerful way to make sure your voice is represented in the media. Here’s one from Gary Sanders, long time progressive activist from Iowa City, published in the print version of the Cedar Rapids Gazette. … Continue reading →

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Take Action Now to Preserve Gun Safety At The Ballot – Text IOWA to 644-33 to Sign Petition

Posted on August 8, 2022 by Trish Nelson

This is an excellent presentation. Please watch and share on social media. “The rate of gun deaths has increased 56% from 2011 to 2020 in Iowa, compared to a 33% increase nationwide.” Every day brings word of more mass shootings … Continue reading →

Posted in Blog for Iowa | Tagged Gun safety in Iowa, Iowa Democratic Party Rural Caucus, Moms Demand Action - Iowa, Rural Iowa Democrats | Comments Off

“DOJ Must Prosecute This Sicko”

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Happy Friday!

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Hold Them Accountable – Join Progress Iowa Virtual Event

Posted on August 4, 2022 by Trish Nelson

Sign up to attend this event sponsored by Progress Iowa: August Power Hour: Bird Dogging The August Congressional recess is just around the corner and our elected officials should be holding town halls. Progress Iowa staff will share tips and … Continue reading →

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